Tata Communications

Telecom

Founded in 1986 as Videsh Sanchar Nigam Limited (VSNL) and acquired by the Tata Group in 2002, Tata Communications is a global digital ecosystem enabler powering 30% of the world's internet routes.

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Quick Facts

Founded: 1986 (Acquired by Tata 2002)
Predecessor: Videsh Sanchar Nigam Limited (VSNL)
Headquarters: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Public Ticker: NSE: TATACOMM

About Tata Communications

Tata Communications originated in 1986 as Videsh Sanchar Nigam Limited (VSNL), a state-owned Indian enterprise that introduced public internet services to India in 1995. In 2002, the Tata Group acquired a controlling stake, privatizing and expanding it globally.

Headquartered in Mumbai, Tata Communications connects 4 out of 5 Fortune 500 companies. Owning the world's largest wholly-owned subsea fiber-optic cable network (spanning 500,000+ km), Tata Communications powers international voice, cloud connectivity, cybersecurity, IoT (MOVE platform), and media broadcasting for major global events.

What Tata Communications Does

Subsea Cable & Global IP Network

Subsea fiber-optic network carrying over 30% of global internet routes across 200+ countries.

Cloud & Edge Infrastructure (IZO)

Hybrid cloud enablement, multi-cloud interconnectivity, and edge computing for enterprises.

Cybersecurity & Managed Services

SOC monitoring, DDoS mitigation, zero-trust network access, and secure SD-WAN.

Media & Entertainment Services

Low-latency sports broadcasting, cloud video production, and global live event transmission.

Career Areas

Types of professional roles found inside Tata Communications.

Network Architecture & Subsea Engineering
Cloud Software & Edge Engineering
Cybersecurity & SOC Operations
IoT Platform Software (MOVE)
Enterprise Account Management & Sales
Global Product Management
Finance & Regulatory Compliance
Human Resources & Talent Management

Tata Communications's History

1986
VSNL Established
Government of India establishes Videsh Sanchar Nigam Limited (VSNL).
1995
Public Internet Launch in India
VSNL introduces commercial internet services to India on Independence Day.
2002
Tata Group Privatization
Tata Group acquires controlling stake in VSNL during government disinvestment.
2008
Rebranded to Tata Communications
Officially rebrands VSNL to Tata Communications, integrating Tyco Global Network assets.
2023
Kaleyra Acquisition
Acquires global CPaaS leader Kaleyra to strengthen omnichannel customer engagement.